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157. Avi Loeb — Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth

The Michael Shermer Show

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Galileo's Mistake: Misinterpreting Saturn's Rings

This chapter explores Galileo's observation of Saturn and his mistake in interpreting it as three closely aligned spheres instead of recognizing its ring structure. It highlights the importance of data, theory, and belief in shaping our perceptions and understanding of the universe.

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